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HI SB2358
Bill
Status
3/2/2010
Primary Sponsor
Clarence Nishihara
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AI Summary
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Allows electric vehicles capable of highway speeds (at least 55 mph) to use high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes regardless of the number of occupants in the vehicle.
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Adds a definition of "electric vehicle" to Hawaii Revised Statutes Section 291C-221, referencing the definition in Section 291-71.
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Requires the director of transportation to develop identification methods for qualifying electric vehicles, including the use of decals.
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Amends HOV lane regulations to permit electric vehicles with 55+ mph capability to use HOV lanes on the same basis as motorcycles.
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Takes effect upon approval.
Legislative Description
High Occupancy Vehicle Lanes; Electric Vehicles
Last Action
(H) The committee(s) recommends that the measure be deferred.
3/8/2010